SS-IGF MAG / Organising Committee

Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG)

The Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) is the advisory body of the South Sudan Internet Governance Forum (SS-IGF). The MAG provides strategic guidance and ensures that SS-IGF remains inclusive, transparent, and representative of all stakeholder groups.

The MAG supports the development of SS-IGF thematic priorities, programme agenda, stakeholder engagement strategy, and overall direction of the SS-IGF process.

In the current SS-IGF structure, some MAG members may also support the SS-IGF Secretariat in coordination and implementation activities.

Role of the MAG

The MAG supports SS-IGF by:

  • Providing strategic guidance on the SS-IGF agenda and thematic priorities

  • Promoting inclusivity and balanced representation across stakeholder groups

  • Supporting stakeholder mobilization and engagement

  • Advising on national digital governance priorities and emerging issues

  • Supporting the credibility and neutrality of the SS-IGF process

  • Supporting partnerships and coordination with national, regional, and global stakeholders

  • Validating SS-IGF outcomes and recommendations

MAG Membership Structure

MAG membership reflects the diversity of South Sudan’s internet governance ecosystem, including participation from:

  • Government institutions and regulators

  • Private sector and ICT industry stakeholders

  • Civil society organizations and advocacy groups

  • Academia and research institutions

  • Technical community and internet professionals

  • Youth groups and innovation communities

  • Media and communications stakeholders

  • International partners and development organizations

SS-IGF MAG Leadership and Members

  • Eng. Unguec Stephen Ilario – National Communication Authority (NCA) (Government) – Chair

Private Sector

  • Paul Buru – ICT Society (Private Sector) – Member

Civil Society

  • Nelson Kwaje – Digital Rights Frontlines (Civil Society) – Member

  • Wani Steven – WITNESS LAW (Civil Society) – Member

  • Yine Yenki – GoGirls ICT Initiative (Civil Society) – Member

Academia

  • Denaya Dennis – University of Juba (Academia) – Member

Observers / Supporting Partners

  • National Communications Authority (NCA) (Government / Regulator)

  • Ministry of ICT and Postal Services (MoICT&PS) (Government)

  • Internet Society (ISOC) (International Partner)

  • Internet Society South Sudan Chapter (Civil Society / Technical Community)

  • International Telecommunication Union (ITU) (International Partner)

  • University of Juba / UNIPOD (Academia / Host Partner)

Affiliated Regional & Global IGF Processes

  • United Nations Internet Governance Forum (UN IGF / Global IGF)

  • African Internet Governance Forum (AfIGF)

  • East Africa Internet Governance Forum (EAIGF)

Note

The SS-IGF Secretariat remains committed to ensuring that the MAG reflects the diversity of South Sudan’s internet governance ecosystem, including gender balance, youth participation, and representation of underserved communities.